Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
270K
Population
207 Mbps
Internet
Europe/Berlin
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Gelsenkirchen is a city in Germany with a population of 270K. Internet speeds average 207 Mbps download. The city has 38,668 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Germany
Region
Western Europe
Population
270K
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Language
German
GPS
51.51, 7.10
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
1,165 restaurants mapped in Gelsenkirchen
Tech
207 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 270,028 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
38,668 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,165
Cafes
399
Bars
337
Fast Food
819
Shopping
Supermarkets
534
Convenience
112
Shopping Malls
74
Healthcare
Hospitals
44
Clinics
907
Pharmacies
319
Education
Schools
1,372
Universities
106
Libraries
62
Recreation
Parks
2,392
Playgrounds
1,910
Sports
829
Cinemas
16
Museums
58
Theatres
55
Transport
Bus Stops
4,333
Train Stations
577
Fuel Stations
237
Services
Banks
250
ATMs
177
Post Offices
160
Police
41
Fire Stations
69
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
207 Mbps
Download
45 Mbps
Upload
15ms
Latency
29,981
Tests
8,569
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
3°
J
4°
F
6°
M
10°
A
14°
M
17°
J
18°
J
17°
A
14°
S
10°
O
6°
N
4°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Gelsenkirchen known for?
Gelsenkirchen is a city in Germany. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Gelsenkirchen?
Gelsenkirchen has an average download speed of 207 Mbps and upload speed of 45 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Gelsenkirchen?
The population of Gelsenkirchen is approximately 270K.
What infrastructure does Gelsenkirchen have?
Gelsenkirchen has 38,668 mapped points of interest, including 1,165 restaurants, 44 hospitals, 1,372 schools.
What country is Gelsenkirchen in?
Gelsenkirchen is located in Germany.
